Memories & Candles

“To Dave's FamilyI knew Dave from church, I will miss him I was there when he collapsedI am sending you my sincere cordeleances
”
3 of 12 | Posted by: Marie-Therese Croisetu - MA

“Just wanted to let the Berry family know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dave was a great guy and will be missed.
Sincerely,
Trisha Doherty...Read More »
”
4 of 12 | Posted by: Trish Doherty - South Boston, MA

“I took the 50 Clery Bus with him and spoke with him on occasion. He was such a pleasant and well manner man. I was shocked to see hear of his...Read More »
”
5 of 12 | Posted by: a friend

“David's was a calming presence in an often turbulent environment. His people skills and work ethic held him in high esteem with all who knew him.
He...Read More »
”
6 of 12 | Posted by: John H. Redd 111 - Boston, MA

“I have known Dave for decades through work. He is both a gentle man and a scholar. Knowledgeable and intelligent, great person to be around. He is...Read More »
”
7 of 12 | Posted by: Jeanette Leung - Boston, MA

“I knew Dave well from volleyball and Mass at Holy Trinity Church in Harwich. I would often sit next to Dave and his mom. Dave was very likeable and...Read More »
”
8 of 12 | Posted by: Tom Litrenta - Melrose, MA

“I knew Dave well from volleyball and Mass at Holy Trinity Church in Harwich. I would often sit next to Dave and his mom. Dave was very likeable and...Read More »
”
9 of 12 | Posted by: A friend

“I was lucky to know Dave. Such a kind,quiet and smart man. He will be greatly missed at the BRA.
”
10 of 12 | Posted by: Kate Sullivan Awqatty - Boston, MA

“To Dave's Family:I was at the Paulist Center Wednesday morning when Dave collapsed, and I send you my sincere condolences. He died right in front of...Read More »
”
12 of 12 | Posted by: Loraine Dunn - Braintree, MA

BERRY – DavidJ., age 58, of Roslindale and South Dennis, died suddenly January 16th, 2013. Cherished son of Kathlyn (Murphy) Berry of South Dennis and the late John J. Berry. Beloved brother of Anne Berry Goodfellow and her husband John of Westwood, Stephen D. Berry and his wife Cathyann of Hamilton, Ohio and the late John P. Berry and the late Evelyn M. Berry both of whom died in 2012. Dear brother-in-law of Margaret D. Berry of West Hyannisport. Also survived by 10 loving nieces and nephews and 6 grandnieces and grandnephews. David was a knowledgeable and ingenious tech problem solver and the Assistant Director of MIS Systems Management at the Boston Redevelopment Authority for many years. He was a daily communicant at the Paulist Center and an active and enthusiastic member of the Catholic Alumni Club.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours in the Holden, Dunn and Lawler Funeral Home, 55 High Rock St. (off Route 109) Westwood on Friday Jan. 25th from 4-8pm. Funeral from the funeral home on Saturday morning Jan. 26th at 8am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Susanna Church, Dedham at 9am. Interment at New Westwood Cemetery.

Donations may be made in David's memory to The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA 02108.

I took the 50 Clery Bus with him and spoke with him on occasion. He was such a pleasant and well manner man. I was shocked to see hear of his passing. How sad and so young. I will miss his smiling face.

Posted by: a friend Jan 23, 2013

David's was a calming presence in an often turbulent environment. His people skills and work ethic held him in high esteem with all who knew him.

He is missed1

John H Redd

Posted by: John H. Redd 111 - Boston, MA - Co-worker Jan 22, 2013

I have known Dave for decades through work. He is both a gentle man and a scholar. Knowledgeable and intelligent, great person to be around. He is missed tremendously.

Posted by: Jeanette Leung - Boston, MA Jan 22, 2013

I knew Dave well from volleyball and Mass at Holy Trinity Church in Harwich. I would often sit next to Dave and his mom. Dave was very likeable and friendly. I will miss him, especially on Sundays!

Posted by: Tom Litrenta - Melrose, MA Jan 21, 2013

I knew Dave well from volleyball and Mass at Holy Trinity Church in Harwich. I would often sit next to Dave and his mom. Dave was very likeable and friendly. I will miss him, especially on Sundays!

Posted by: A friend Jan 21, 2013

I was lucky to know Dave. Such a kind,quiet and smart man. He will be greatly missed at the BRA.